2009 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 447 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 2003 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, 2003 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |