2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fusion. 2011 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Passat | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
