2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 560 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Xterra | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 51 L |
