2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle 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) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-350 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
