2005 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Focus and 2000 Nissan Almera are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 2000 Nissan Almera (178 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2540 mm |
