2009 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 194 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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 (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Rasheen |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |