2009 Toyota Venza vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 4 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (351 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Venza | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Venza | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |