2012 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Estate vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 SE Sedan

To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Estate and 2012 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 SE Sedan were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Estate and 2012 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 SE Sedan are equipped with a 1,800 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 158 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Estate weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 SE Sedan.

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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 Estate 2012 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 SE Sedan
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Passat Passat
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1800 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 220 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 6-speed manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1502 kg
Vehicle Length 4771 mm 4769 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1516 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2712 mm 2712 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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