2011 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Ford Falcon 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 2006 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Passat | Falcon |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |