2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Ford F-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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-150 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |