2010 Ford F-350 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 317 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 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 2010 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-350 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-350 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
