2008 Nissan Livina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Livina 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Livina. 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 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Livina | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Livina | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |
