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


 

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