2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 365 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 2009 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |