1994 Mercury Capri vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 468 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 (370 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercury Capri | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Capri | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
