2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 88 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 55 L |
