2009 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2009 Ford Maverick and 2009 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 702 kg more than 2009 Ford Maverick.
Because 2009 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. 2009 Ford Maverick has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Maverick | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Maverick | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |