2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA 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 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 68 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Because 2012 Lexus LFA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus LFA (479 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lexus |
| Model | Passat | LFA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |
