2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Nissan GT-R were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (478 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 476 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 GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
