2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Tiida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Tiida would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (124 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 42 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
