2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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 182 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-150 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 55 L |