2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-150 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |