2009 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
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 Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 784 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 Xterra (270 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Xterra |
| 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 | 140 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 73 L |
