2008 Ford GT vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 698 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford GT | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Fusca |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |