2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-450 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |