1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 406 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
