2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Allroad | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
