2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 232 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 182 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
