2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1392 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1781 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |
