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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 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 Ford Focus weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). 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 | 1388 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |