2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2003 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2003 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat | 2003 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Passat | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
