2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 508 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 84 L |
