1997 Subaru Justy vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Justy would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Justy. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 625 kg more than 1997 Subaru Justy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Justy 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Justy. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Justy. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1997 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 1997 Subaru Justy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru Justy | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Justy | Passat |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
