2006 Toyota Fortuner vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Fortuner | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fortuner | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
