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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 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 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (270 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.
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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 | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |