2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 5 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 458 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A1. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Passat | A1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
