2005 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2012 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |