2012 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Tiguan | Passat |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1543 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4426 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1703 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |