2005 Daewoo Espero vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Espero is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Espero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Espero. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Espero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Espero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Espero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Espero. (164 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Espero.
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2005 Daewoo Espero | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Espero | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |