2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Passat and 2008 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S40. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40. 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Passat | S40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |