2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 865 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 Xterra 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 Xterra. 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Xterra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |