2007 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 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.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | NP300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |