2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1564 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 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Patrol |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 559 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |