2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. Both 2007 Volkswagen Passat and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg are equipped with a 3,189 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Passat | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
