2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra 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 2,771 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. 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 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1363 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |