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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 | 1988 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |