2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 666 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | GTD |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2578 mm |
