2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
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 Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 23 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Multivan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-350 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
