2006 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 171 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 1995 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1995 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
