2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Marcos TS500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Marcos TS500 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 198 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Marcos TS500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Marcos TS500 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | TS500 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
