2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (315 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
