2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 200 (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chrysler 200 (352 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 2011 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chrysler |
| Model | Passat | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
