2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-150 | Routan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 78 L |
