2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2009 Ford E-250 and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 52 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 404 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer significantly more control. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-250 | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |