2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Fox would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (156 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Fox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
