2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 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 2003 Volkswagen Passat
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Passat Passat
Year Released 2008 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 161 HP
Torque 250 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.9 mm 78.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 188 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.1 seconds 9.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1428 kg 1534 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.7 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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