2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Eos |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |