2005 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue 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 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Rogue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
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 | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
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 | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |