2004 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 156 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Polo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
