2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1351 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 64 L |
