2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford F-150 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-150 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |