2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 189 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.
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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Maxima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 346 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |