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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). 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 200 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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 | 2966 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |