2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-250 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |