2008 Lexus GS vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (247 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
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 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |
