2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 309 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (315 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Expedition | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |