1997 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Passat | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Kombi |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
