2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 717 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Taurus | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |