2008 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Terrano II (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 263 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Terrano II 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 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. 2001 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2001 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
