2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2070 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
