2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1543 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2410 mm |
