2000 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,461 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 685 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
