2005 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 912 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 2011 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touran | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Touran | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 125 L |
