2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2011 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Passat | F-450 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2024 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 142 L |