2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2007 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2007 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2007 Lexus IS 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.
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2007 Lexus IS | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | IS | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |