2000 Daewoo Musiro vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Musiro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Musiro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daewoo Musiro 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 2000 Daewoo Musiro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (168 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (145 Nm). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Musiro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Musiro | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Musiro | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
