2002 Dodge Razor vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Razor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Razor would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor.
Because 2002 Dodge Razor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Dodge Razor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Razor. (312 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Razor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Razor | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Razor | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
