2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Gol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Gol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2480 mm |
