2012 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1431 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Scirocco | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4256 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1404 mm | 1994 mm |
