2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 1988 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1988 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jeep Commander | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Commander | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |