2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. Both 2007 Volkswagen Polo and 2008 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 207 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Polo | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |