2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
Model | Passat | Terrain |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 233 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 71 L |