2005 Ford E-250 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-250 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 49 L |
