2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, both 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.

Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 2008 Volkswagen Passat
Make Nissan Volkswagen
Model X-Trail Passat
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2184 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 180 km/hour 206 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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