2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-350 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
