2003 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2003 Ford Taurus (244 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
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2003 Ford Taurus | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taurus | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |