2005 Peugeot Partner 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 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot Partner. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot Partner. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot Partner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Peugeot Partner | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
Model | Partner | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |