2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-250 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 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-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Polo, 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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-250 | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |