2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 532 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1807 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
