1999 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2007 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2007 Renault Sandero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 449 kg more than 2007 Renault Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Passat | 2007 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Passat | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
