2007 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
