2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 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 2,773 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 220 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 2008 Audi A6. 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, both vehicles can yield 280 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 2771 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |