2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
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 Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 51 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-150 | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-150 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 55 L |