1998 Peugeot Partner vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 261 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot Partner | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Partner | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
