2012 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. Both 2012 Volkswagen GTI and 2013 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen GTI | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | GTI | Passat |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1401 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4213 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |