2009 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 263 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 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1994 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
