2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 5 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1447 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. 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 2011 Volkswagen GTD. 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 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTD. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTD.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-150 | GTD |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |