2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 330 kg more than 2013 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Quest | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
