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Ford Transit Bus vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or VinFast VF 8?

Ford Transit Bus vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Ford Transit Bus

  • only slightly lighter
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VinFast VF 8

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Transit Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VinFast VF 8 is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,938 £.

VF 8

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VinFast VF 8 offers significantly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 258 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers markedly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

Transit Bus

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Ford Transit Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Bus is only slightly lighter – 2,338 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 117 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers clearly more boot space – 376 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 376 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Bus carries substantially more – 1,162 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 647 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £41,600
VF 8

VinFast VF 8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 353 - 408 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 457 - 471 km
Ford Transit Bus
VinFast VF 8

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Ford Transit Bus

The Ford Transit is the reliable people-mover operators turn to when they need space, stamina and sensible running costs without fuss. It doesn't try to be glamorous, but its practical interior, flexible layouts and honest character make it a smart, stress-free choice for shuttle services and group transport.

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VinFast VF 8

The VinFast VF 8 is a bold, modern electric SUV from Vietnam that packs generous interior space, slick digital tech, and a quietly confident design that punches above its price. On the road it feels composed and user-friendly, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want an up-to-date EV with personality and a sensible, no-fuss ownership proposition.

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Ford Transit Bus
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,500 - 52,900 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,338 - 2,385 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
5,531 - 5,981 mm
Length
4,750 mm
Width
2,059 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
2,530 - 2,533 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
1,115 - 1,162 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
VinFast
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