2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1541 kg more than 1997 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-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-250 | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2324 cc |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |