2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 927 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Tahoe | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |