1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (119 HP @ 3450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 532 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | Passat |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4980 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
