2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2007 Renault Logan is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 316 kg more than 2007 Renault Logan. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Passat | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
