2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Yaris | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |