2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 9 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 183 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 57 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
