2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1109 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
