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 2,671 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 2671 cc | 1595 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 350 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |