2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-150 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |