1998 Toyota Starlet vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 557 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Starlet | 2002 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Starlet | Passat |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |