2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Passat | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
