2007 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | T5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
