2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (105 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 927 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
