2005 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1079 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (172 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Jetta | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
