2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
