2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1471 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-350 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
