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


 

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