2008 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 762 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 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Navara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |