2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 7 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Routan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
