2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 759 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
