2008 Audi TT vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Audi TT 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Audi TT 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 TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi TT | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | TT | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |