2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Volkswagen Passat 2008 Volkswagen Passat
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Passat Passat
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 210 km/hour 204 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 10.4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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