2000 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford F-150 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
