2010 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2010 Ford Fusion and 2010 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 315 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2010 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 2010 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Fusion | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fusion | Golf |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
