2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 5,409 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 121 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-350 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |
