2009 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 314 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 (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A3 2008 Volkswagen Passat
Make Audi Volkswagen
Model A3 Passat
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2750 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1231 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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