2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-350 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 85 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-350 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
