2007 Toyota Camry vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Camry. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Camry | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Camry | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |