2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 485 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1993 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1993 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Five Hundred | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
