2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 55 L |
