2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 7 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 (202 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Grand Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
