2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 9 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.

Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Excursion 1996 Volkswagen Passat
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Excursion Passat
Year Released 2005 1996
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1593 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 255 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 145 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 77.4 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2710 mm


 

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