1993 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 13 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. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
