2004 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Sentra | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sentra | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
