2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Nissan Note were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Note |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |