2008 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 278 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.

Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2004 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Focus 2004 Volkswagen Passat
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Focus Passat
Year Released 2008 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 79.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1107 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 55 L


 

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