2011 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 31 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Golf | Focus |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |