2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (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 Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Versa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
