2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. 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 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |