2008 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus IS | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | IS | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1529 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |