2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1017 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 204 kg more than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Because 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm) has 887 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SSC |
| Model | Passat | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1090 mm |
