2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 282 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |