2008 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 137 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 247 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |