2002 Toyota Mark II vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mark II (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 29 kg more than 2002 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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 (335 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Mark II | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark II | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
