2006 Lexus IS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 1 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 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2006 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | IS | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
