2002 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-250 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
