1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 47 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
