2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 388 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Expedition | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
