2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 186 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Volkswagen Polo 2005 Volkswagen Passat
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Polo Passat
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 2771 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 184 km/hour 232 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.9 seconds 8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1145 kg 1331 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 62 L


 

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