2008 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1150 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Titan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
