2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |