2010 Renault Logan vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Renault Logan is newer by 2 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Renault Logan. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Logan. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Logan 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:
| 2010 Renault Logan | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logan | Passat |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
