2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 418 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.
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, 2013 Volvo X670 (320 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | X670 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
