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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 36 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.
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, 2008 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (210 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 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2008 Audi TT 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 TT | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | TT | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |