2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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, both vehicles can yield 280 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla 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:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
