2003 Ford Freestar vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 631 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2003 Ford Freestar (336 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Freestar | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Freestar | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2710 mm |