2008 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 244 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
