2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 807 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
