2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1995 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 505 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 1995 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
