1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ford Expedition 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Expedition Golf
Year Released 1999 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4604 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 397 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 1296 kg
Vehicle Length 5200 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 2000 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 55 L


 

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