1995 Toyota Corolla vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,327 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 363 kg more than 1995 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Corolla | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
