2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Ford Expedition and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Expedition | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |