2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen T5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen T5. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen T5. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-350 | 2008 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-350 | T5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |