2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Entourage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Entourage would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 466 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
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 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Entourage | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |