2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
