1991 Audi V8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi V8 (340 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
