2002 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 301 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 Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
