2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
