2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Volkswagen Passat 2008 Toyota Corolla
Make Volkswagen Toyota
Model Passat Corolla
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 188 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.1 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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