2005 Peugeot 107 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 107 and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 541 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 107. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 107 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 107 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 107 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
