2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1508 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |