2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 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 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 52 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 131 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Passat | i30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
