2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
