2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 198 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Mustang | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |