2006 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 174 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escape | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
