2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1354 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (398 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4000 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 45 L |
