2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taurus | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
