2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1645 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (335 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Excursion | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 62 L |
