1993 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. Both 1993 Volkswagen Passat and 2004 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Volkswagen Passat | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Golf |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |