2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Falcon 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 2011 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Passat | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | LPG |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |