2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 762 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Multivan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |