2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2410 mm |
