2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |