2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 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 156 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1317 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-350 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |
