2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Because 2011 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 2011 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Ford F-250 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model F-250 Tiguan
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6200 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 548 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 6269 mm 4427 mm
Vehicle Width 2029 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1966 mm 1687 mm
Wheelbase Size 3967 mm 2604 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 64 L


 

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