2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-350 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
