2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga 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 Volkswagen Golf (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Golf | Kuga |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |