2005 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1995 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 144 kg more than 1995 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Touran | 1995 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touran | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
