2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 31 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |