2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-250 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 142 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 556 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-250 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 64 L |