2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |