2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1994 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. 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 158 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 470 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1994 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1994 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Passat | 1994 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |