2008 Volvo XC90 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Volvo XC90 and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (105 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volvo XC90 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | XC90 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1982 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |