2007 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 219 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.
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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |