2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Explorer 2011 Volkswagen Passat
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Explorer Passat
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4014 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 250 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 79.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 19.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1422 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 70 L


 

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