1993 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 28 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota 4Runner | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | 4Runner | Passat |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2365 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |