2000 Seat Salsa 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 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 185 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Salsa | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Salsa | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |