2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Passat | Titan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |