2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran

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 Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 115 kg more 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 2008 Volkswagen Touran
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Focus Touran
Year Released 2009 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 13.5:1
Top Speed 203 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1451 kg 1566 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 5.8 L/100km


 

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