2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 525 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (435 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4Runner | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
