2011 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1116 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford E-150 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | E-150 | Passat |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2611 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2085 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 62 L |