2004 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 9 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), 2013 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Cube (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 26 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube.
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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Cube |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
