2009 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 686 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen T5 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | T5 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
