2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 12 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.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |