2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 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), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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-350 (475 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-350 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
