2008 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 4 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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, 2008 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Juke |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |