2004 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Maverick | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Maverick | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |