2004 Ford E-150 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 787 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-150 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
