2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 395 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Wrangler | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 178 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |