2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1832 kg more than 2005 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1060 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 45 L |
