1999 Holden Nova vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 462 kg more than 1999 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Nova | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nova | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
