2005 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 6 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 182 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Juke |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 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 | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
