2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | T5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
