2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 4 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 94 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Sentra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |