2011 Toyota Prius vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Prius | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Prius | Passat |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1745 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |