2005 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 7 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 1,968 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1404 mm |
