2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1646 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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 F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
