2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1668 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. 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-350 (475 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-350 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
