2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Passat | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
