1999 Lotus GT 1 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 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1999 Lotus GT 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus GT 1 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT 1 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
