2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 78 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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-250 (388 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-250 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |