2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1163 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2008 Ford F-350 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 2008 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-350 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 80 L |
