2000 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 373 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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Touran |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |