2001 Toyota Pod 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 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 412 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Pod | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Pod | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |