2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Express | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |