2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2086 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Excursion | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 55 L |