2008 Volkswagen Multivan vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 681 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Multivan | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Multivan | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 201 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2199 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |