2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Yaris | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1362 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |