2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 65 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2008 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 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 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 17 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 | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3900 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 | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |