2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Golf | Expedition |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4246 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1782 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |