2005 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 555 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | R | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
