Volkswagen Passat vs Ford Five Hundred
2022 Volkswagen Passat for Sale
Shop Now2007 Ford Five Hundred for Sale
Shop NowOverview | |
MSRP$27,575 | MSRP$23,785 |
Average price$13,398 | Average price |
Listings3866 | Listings68 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
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Reviews SummaryFirst came the Dasher in 1974, then the Quantum in 1982, then the Passat in 1990. None became household names like the Honda Accord or Toyota Camry, partly because the Passat and its progenitors appealed to a small contingent of Americans seeking European design, engineering, and driving dynamics in a car often characterized as a bargain-priced Audi. But in the midsize sedan segment, a reputation for reliability and efficiency, not design or handling, is king. Tired of compromise, Volkswagen "Americanized" the Passat for the 2011 model year, moving production to a new factory in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The car's blandly attractive design, huge interior, big trunk, and soft ride seemed to be just what U.S. customers wanted, along with a ”Made in the USA” label. But those potential buyers had moved on to SUVs, and the new Passat alienated some of the VW faithful. The Dieselgate scandal didn't help the Passat, either. VW nailed the car's coffin shut when the family car segment began to wither rapidly. So now, the Passat departs the U.S. market, effectively replaced by the Tiguan and Atlas SUVs and leaving the Jetta to serve people who still want a sedan wearing a VW logo on its grille. | |
Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 174 hp I4 | Engine3.0L 203 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower174 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower203 hp @ 5750 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 174 hp I4 | Engine Name3.0L 203 hp V6 |
Torque206 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | Torque207 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower174 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower203 hp @ 5750 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsOptional |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemOptional |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall3 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.9 cu ft | Cargo Space21.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3369 lbs | Curb Weight3649 lbs |
Height58.7 in | Height61.5 in |
Length193.6 in | Length200.7 in |
Width72.6 in | Width74.5 in |
Wheelbase110.4 in | Wheelbase112.9 in |
Maximum Payload937 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
2022 Volkswagen Passat for Sale
Shop Now2007 Ford Five Hundred for Sale
Shop NowOverview | ||
MSRP | $27,575 | $23,785 |
Average price | $13,398 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.3 |
Expert reviews | 6.0 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | First came the Dasher in 1974, then the Quantum in 1982, then the Passat in 1990. None became household names like the Honda Accord or Toyota Camry, partly because the Passat and its progenitors appealed to a small contingent of Americans seeking European design, engineering, and driving dynamics in a car often characterized as a bargain-priced Audi. But in the midsize sedan segment, a reputation for reliability and efficiency, not design or handling, is king. Tired of compromise, Volkswagen "Americanized" the Passat for the 2011 model year, moving production to a new factory in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The car's blandly attractive design, huge interior, big trunk, and soft ride seemed to be just what U.S. customers wanted, along with a ”Made in the USA” label. But those potential buyers had moved on to SUVs, and the new Passat alienated some of the VW faithful. The Dieselgate scandal didn't help the Passat, either. VW nailed the car's coffin shut when the family car segment began to wither rapidly. So now, the Passat departs the U.S. market, effectively replaced by the Tiguan and Atlas SUVs and leaving the Jetta to serve people who still want a sedan wearing a VW logo on its grille. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 174 hp I4 | 3.0L 203 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5200 rpm | 203 hp @ 5750 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 174 hp I4 | 3.0L 203 hp V6 |
Torque | 206 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | 207 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 174 hp @ 5200 rpm | 203 hp @ 5750 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Optional |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 3 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.9 cu ft | 21.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3369 lbs | 3649 lbs |
Height | 58.7 in | 61.5 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 200.7 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 74.5 in |
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 112.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 937 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
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