2000 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi Steppenwolf would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Steppenwolf weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (320 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 2000 Audi Steppenwolf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Steppenwolf | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
