2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1989 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1989 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford E-350 | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-350 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2480 mm |