2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 309 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Primera | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Primera | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2182 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |