2012 Nissan Cube vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan Cube. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan Cube would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Cube | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Cube | Focus |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1651 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |