2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 175 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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
