2009 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.

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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 2006 Volkswagen Golf
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Focus Golf
Year Released 2009 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1386 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.5 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 171 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.5 seconds 18.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1176 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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