2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 507 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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-350 (621 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-350 | 1997 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-350 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |