2010 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford E-350 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-350 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
