2009 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
