2008 Ford E-250 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford E-250 | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-250 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |