2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Volkswagen Passat 2006 Volkswagen Golf
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Passat Golf
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 335 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 211 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 13.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1321 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 55 L


 

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