2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 244 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
