2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 16 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Golf | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
