2009 Renault Trafic vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Trafic. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Trafic 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.
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2009 Renault Trafic | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Trafic | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |