2004 Peugeot Partner vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (120 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 381 kg more than 2004 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot Partner | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Partner | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
