2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Focus | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
