2006 Volkswagen Pickup vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Pickup would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Pickup has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pickup | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
