2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | GTI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
