2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 6 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. 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 (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Cube |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |