2009 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.

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, 2009 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Edge 2012 Volkswagen Golf
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Edge Golf
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1358 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4199 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L


 

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