2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 Focus. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 2008 Volkswagen Passat
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Focus Passat
Year Released 2009 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1753 cc 3597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 3850 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2750 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L