2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Frontier | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
