2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 174 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Focus (183 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Polo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |