2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford E-150. 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Passat | E-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |