2008 Maserati V8 GranSport vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Maserati V8 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 GranSport | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 271 HP |
Torque | 451 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |