2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Kombi would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 1378 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 80 L |
