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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Focus (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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 | 1753 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
