2006 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escape | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
