2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1289 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Golf | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 2546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 136 L |
