2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Wrangler | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |