2009 Ford Flex vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 402 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Flex | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
