2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 11 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Golf | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
