2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 316 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-150 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |