2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-150 | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |