2004 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 79 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2578 mm |