1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 2000 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-250 | Quantum |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2560 mm |