2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | 350Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |