I need to switch to diesel, i need speed and good cornering, cars of interest are:
vw golf, bora, or passat?
ford focus, mondeo.
what do you think?
i'm looking at o2 o3 plate?
2006-07-21 22:32:49 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
regardless of other opinions a this moment ford is mechanically superior to VW. golf and passat have enjoyed a good reputation over the last 20 years but with their latest models they've just been believing everyone keeps buying them because of the VW label. Besides why pay a few 1000 more fore a VW badge when you can get just as good or even better alternatives much cheaper. If you are looking towards ford try the focus 1.8 TDCI or the mondeo 2.0 TDCI fast, rigid and reliable
2006-07-21 22:44:12 · answer #1 · answered by peter gunn 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The quality that VW used to be known for isn't quite the same these days - Ford Focus is definately what you should go for. I had a MK2 Golf, loved it, did a lot of miles in it, updated it for a newer model and was forever taking it to the garage. Friend of mine has a Focus - it's great to drive you can really push it through the corners and it feels solid. Ford have really got their act together.
2006-07-21 23:16:58 · answer #2 · answered by scuba66 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Volvo V70 ( iv had 3 volvos, a 240 / 460sec and one Saab 9000..all very good cars but the V70 Turbo diesel is by far the best ,she will do 140mph all day long and still give 40mpg.!. as for ford cars (uk ) i would not touch one... i know , i used to build them ..!
The vw Golf is a great car that hold is money more than most.
Good luck mate ( just get a V70 Td , you will love it )
2006-07-21 22:42:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if handling is paramount then go for a focus, otherwise mondeo 130bhp tdci with the 6 speed gearbox
2006-07-22 05:33:01 · answer #4 · answered by chunky 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about a honda accord? I've not driven a diesel honda, but I've had a few Hondas and they are incredibly well engineered machines, so if anyone can do a diesel well, it's them. I've attached an independant review so you can check it out.
2006-07-21 22:38:15 · answer #5 · answered by johninmelb 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
vW Golf or Ford focus
2006-07-21 22:39:48 · answer #6 · answered by need2know81 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
for build quality a vw for cheapness a ford the japs build some good diesals also skodas own octavia or some of there smaller diesal range
2006-07-21 22:37:10 · answer #7 · answered by martin r 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try a seat leon,gorgeous car,exactly the same as a golf but with a different kit and it'l b cheaper
2006-07-21 22:38:55 · answer #8 · answered by Chris C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I bought a golf, never regretted it.
2006-07-21 22:38:00 · answer #9 · answered by LOL 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
VW are very reliable Ive found.
2006-07-21 22:36:29 · answer #10 · answered by Julie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋