2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 527 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yaris | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
