2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 53 L |