1995 Porsche 928 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 59 kg more than 1995 Porsche 928.
Because 1995 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 928 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 928 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5395 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
