2000 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 484 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 2013 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Golf | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
