2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 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 76 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-250 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1595 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |