Volkswagen Passat vs Ford Fusion Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2012 catalog dimensions. Volkswagen Passat · Ford Fusion
- Length191.6 in
- Height58.5 in
- Wheelbase110.4 in
- Curb weight3,166 lb – 3,446 lb
- Width72.2 in
- Ford Fusion width72.2 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Fusion is 1.0 in shorter (191.6 in vs 190.6 in)
- Width: essentially the same
- Height: Volkswagen Passat is 1.6 in taller (58.5 in vs 56.9 in)
- Wheelbase: Volkswagen Passat has a 3.0 in longer wheelbase (110.4 in vs 107.4 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Fusion is 238 lb heavier (3,306 lb vs 3,544 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Ford Fusion is 238 lb heavier (3,306 lb vs 3,544 lb)
- Height: Volkswagen Passat is 1.6 in taller (58.5 in vs 56.9 in)
- Wheelbase: Volkswagen Passat has a 3.0 in longer wheelbase (110.4 in vs 107.4 in)
- Length: Ford Fusion is 1.0 in shorter (191.6 in vs 190.6 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Fusion — Ford Fusion is shorter by 1.0 in Check garage fit for Volkswagen Passat · garage fit for Ford Fusion
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Volkswagen Passat | Ford Fusion | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 191.6 in | 190.6 in | 1.0 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 72.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 56.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 107.4 in | 3.0 in |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in | — |
| Curb weight | 3,306 lb | 3,544 lb | 238 lb |
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