2010 Ford F-350 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 419 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 2004 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-350 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | F-350 | Passat |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |