2008 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Ford Edge and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 354 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Edge | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1481 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |