2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-350 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
