2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Polo 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 154 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-350 | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |