2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (245 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
