2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 5 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 Toyota Hilux. 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 2010 Toyota Hilux. 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 (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Passat | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
