2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 592 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 (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
