2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 71 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touran | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |