2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 983 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 Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (385 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
