2006 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 450 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
