2002 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Eos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
