2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,604 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 91 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-150 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |