2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 4003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 19.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
