2007 Opel GT vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Opel GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 217 kg more than 2007 Opel GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel GT (353 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 2007 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel GT | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | GT | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
