2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, both 2008 Ford Fusion 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 2,771 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fusion. 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Fusion 2008 Volkswagen Passat
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Fusion Passat
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2261 cc 2771 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 212 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 62 L


 

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