2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-150 | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2512 mm |