2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 4 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 67 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
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 (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Passat | Prius V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |