2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 115 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus. 2000 Ford Taurus 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. 2000 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford Taurus | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taurus | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |