2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 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 57 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 109 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford E-250 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model E-250 Beetle
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1224 kg 1333 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4277 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 2120 mm 1486 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2537 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 55 L


 

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