2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Focus | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |