2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1839 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Excursion 2011 Volkswagen Passat
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Excursion Passat
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6801 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 250 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 79.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 19.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 3261 kg 1422 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 2050 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 167 L 70 L


 

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