2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |