2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1273 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford E-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 2012 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Tiguan | E-350 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |