1998 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Golf | Focus |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2614 mm |