2006 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 843 kg more than 2010 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2010 Nissan Xterra 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
