2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Passat and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 128 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.

Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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, both vehicles can yield 310 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Volkswagen Passat 2005 Volkswagen Polo
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Passat Polo
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 204 km/hour 206 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.4 seconds 9.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1368 kg 1307 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 45 L


 

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