2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 555 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.
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 (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2005 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Passat | V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
