2009 Ford Focus vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Patrol (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |