2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-350 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |
