2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 101 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Juke |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
