2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | RAV4 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |