2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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 260 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
