2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. 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 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
