2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.

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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Volkswagen Passat 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Passat Jetta
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 185 km/hour 189 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.4 seconds 11.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1343 kg 1276 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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