2005 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 142 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (265 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Escape 2013 Volkswagen Golf
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Escape Golf
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 320 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 16.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1358 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4201 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 55 L


 

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