2000 Toyota Mark II vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Mark II | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Mark II | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |