2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |