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 529 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (526 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 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 | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 526 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |