2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (178 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 582 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 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Voyager | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 178 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |