2001 Hyundai Clix vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Clix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Clix would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Clix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Clix (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Clix should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Clix weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Clix. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Clix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Clix | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Clix | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
