2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 5 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 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (313 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Routan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 78 L |
