2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lotus |
| Model | Passat | Evora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
