2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 6 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1558 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1404 mm |
