2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1753 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Excursion | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Excursion | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6799 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 329 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 55 L |