2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 956 kg more than 2006 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 Multivan (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
