2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 591 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-150 | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |