2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2008 Daewoo Evanda
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Evanda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Evanda would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Evanda. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 36 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Evanda. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Evanda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2008 Daewoo Evanda | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Daewoo |
| Model | Passat | Evanda |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
