2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 108 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 454 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Legacy | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |