2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 698 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 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 F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-350 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 70 L |