2006 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 378 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escape | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
