2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Nissan Livina.
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, 2009 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Livina 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 Livina | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Livina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
