2004 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 760 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
