2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Frontier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |