1999 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet (165 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
