2008 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 3 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 80 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | NP300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |