2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2008 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-350 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-350 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6802 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 70 L |