2009 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ka | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
