2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Multivan would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 639 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (310 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Multivan | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2299 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
