2004 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1013 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, 2004 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Sentra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |