2005 Vauxhall Astra 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 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Astra | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
