2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Ford Focus (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |