2009 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |