2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 57 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touareg | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
