2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
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2003 Volkswagen Passat | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |