2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fusion | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
