2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 196 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Xterra | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Xterra | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |