2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 8 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 276 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 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 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
