2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1538 kg more than 2006 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-250 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |