2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Commercial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Commercial would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 243 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
