2004 Ford E-250 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford E-250 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-250 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |