2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |