1996 Renault 19 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 198 kg more than 1996 Renault 19.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault 19 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 19 | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |