2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-250 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 34 L |
