2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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 142 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-350 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |