2008 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |