2007 Ford F-450 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2007 Ford F-450 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-450 | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-450 | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |