2008 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Toyota 4Runner | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | 4Runner | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |