2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |