2006 Hyundai Grandeur 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 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 366 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Grandeur (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Grandeur | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grandeur | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
