2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 96 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |