2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 82 L |
