2005 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2010 Nissan Rogue is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 361 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, 2010 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2010 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
