2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 948 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |