2001 Chrysler LHS vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler LHS and 2001 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler LHS. (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler LHS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Chrysler LHS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler LHS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler LHS. (332 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler LHS. 2001 Chrysler LHS has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chrysler LHS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler LHS | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | LHS | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
