2009 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 820 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
