2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-350 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-350 | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |