2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-150 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |