2004 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 174 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Versa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
