2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (335 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Passat | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
