2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 376 kg more than 2013 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Freestar | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |