2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-350 | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |