2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2003 Chrysler Airflite and 2003 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 52 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Airflite | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 370 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |