1996 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 132 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.7 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |