2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 307 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Highlander | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Highlander | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |