2003 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 606 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2010 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. 2003 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Passat | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 115 L |
