1991 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. Both 1991 Audi 100 and 2008 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 2,771 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
