2003 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (326 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Passat | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
