2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 396 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-250 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |