1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Golf | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
