2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 162 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Golf | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |