2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |