2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1387 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Expedition | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |