2000 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2000 Ford Focus and 2000 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (69 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 125 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
