2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
