2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 28 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Focus | Cube |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |