2005 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 11 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 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
