Ford Focus is more dynamic to drive. Ford Focus engine produces 28 HP more power than Volvo V60, whereas torque is 20 NM more than Volvo V60. Thanks to more power Ford Focus reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.1
5.9
Ford Focus consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V60, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Ford Focus could require 30 litres more fuel.
Both cars are similar in size. Ford Focus is 7 cm shorter than the Volvo V60, width is practically the same , while the height of Ford Focus is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
476 litres
430 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1502 litres
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Ford Focus has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Ford Focus has 46 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V60. The Volvo V60 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter:
11 meters
13.6 meters
The turning circle of the Ford Focus is 2.6 metres less than that of the Volvo V60, which means Ford Focus can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Power steering:
Hydraulic power steering
Electric power steering
Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering.
Volvo V60 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Ford Focus has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Volvo V60, so Volvo V60 quality is probably better
