2007 Nissan Almera vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Almera. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Almera weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Almera | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Almera | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
