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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 200 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 (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (219 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.
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2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Voyager | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 219 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |