1989 Subaru XT vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 388 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT.
Because 1989 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru XT | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | XT | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
