1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Avenger (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avenger | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
