2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,407 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 83 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-350 | T5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |