2001 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2086 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Excursion | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Excursion | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 55 L |