2008 Toyota Aygo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 3 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Aygo | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Aygo | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |