2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1709 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-250 | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 45 L |