2006 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 853 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
