2004 Toyota Prius vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Prius | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Prius | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |