2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Kia Picanto 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 303 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Picanto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Picanto | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
