2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 545 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle (281 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Freestyle | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
