2006 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 108 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |