1999 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 258 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Touran |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |