2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Nissan Note were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2008 Ford Focus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Focus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Nissan Note | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Note |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1239 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 46 L |