2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 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 197 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
