1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Golf | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |
