2005 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 4 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 95 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, 2005 Ford Focus (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Citi |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |