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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (123 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 258 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 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 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |