2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 176 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Frontier | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Frontier | Focus |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
