2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2002 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx.
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, 2002 Ford Lynx (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 2002 Ford Lynx has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Lynx will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2002 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Golf | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
