2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 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 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Ford E-150.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-150 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1723 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |