2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 GMC Sierra 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 696 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Sierra | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |