2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 219 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
