2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |