2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |