2005 Toyota Aygo vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 682 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 2003 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Aygo | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aygo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
