2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 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 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 560 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 Chrysler 300 (526 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | 300 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5645 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 526 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |