2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-150. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | W12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
