2008 Chrysler Neon vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Neon 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Neon (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Neon.
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 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Neon. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Neon | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Neon | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |