2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Ford F-350 and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 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 52 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (248 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-350 | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 60 L |