2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1414 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
