2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1072 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm) has 948 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SSC |
| Model | Golf | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |
