2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |
