2008 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Ford Maverick 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Maverick | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Maverick | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |