2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 4 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 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
