2002 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 9 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), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 285 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | CC |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |