2004 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 998 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Jetta | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
