2008 Subaru Outback vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 143 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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2008 Subaru Outback | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Outback | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |