2005 Ford GT vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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 GT (678 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
