2007 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 137 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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
