2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 1750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
Model | Passat | Q7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |