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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (87 HP @ 5200 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 115 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 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (128 Nm @ 3200 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 | 1998 cc | 1384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 1167 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |