2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 PZEV Wagon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDi Highline DSG
To start off, both 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 PZEV Wagon and 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDi Highline DSG were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 PZEV Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 PZEV Wagon (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDi Highline DSG. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 PZEV Wagon should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDi Highline DSG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 PZEV Wagon weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDi Highline DSG. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDi Highline DSG (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 PZEV Wagon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDi Highline DSG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 PZEV Wagon. 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDi Highline DSG has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 PZEV Wagon has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 PZEV Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDi Highline DSG will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 PZEV Wagon | 2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 TDi Highline DSG | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Passat |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
