2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 19 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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2008 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Avensis | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |