2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Passat and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Passat | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |