2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-150 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
