2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Audi R8

To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 6 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.

Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (335 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Volkswagen Passat 2011 Audi R8
Make Volkswagen Audi
Model Passat R8
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1896 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 420 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 335 Nm 430 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4435 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1245 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.7 L/100km 21.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 90 L


 

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