2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 752 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford E-350 | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-350 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |