2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 4 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 217 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 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 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 49 L |
