2008 Ford GT vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 787 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 2008 Ford GT 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 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford GT | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |