2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (371 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | E-250 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
