2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 719 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 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 506 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1481 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |