2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 6 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 65 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | T5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
