2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 24 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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, 2011 Nissan Versa (172 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Versa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
