2005 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Routan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
