2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 540 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest (334 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
