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2008 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 4dr Auto VR6 FWD Performance Specs

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Engine Details
Displacement 3.6L/219
Engine Order Code NA
Fuel System SFI
Engine Type Gas V6
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 265 @ 2750
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 280 @ 6200
Transmission Details
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.55
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Trans Type 6
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 3.45
Trans Description Cont. Again Tiptronic
Clutch Size (in) NA
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.86
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.16
Trans Order Code NA
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.42
First Gear Ratio (:1) 3.95
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.69
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.30
Brakes Details
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.0 x - TBD -
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) NA
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Brake Type Pwr
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) NA
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 13.5 x - TBD -
Steering Details
Steering Type Electromechanical
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.0
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 16.4
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 35.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) - TBD -
Tires Details
Rear Tire Size P235/40WR18
Spare Tire Order Code NA
Front Tire Size P235/40WR18
Front Tire Order Code NA
Spare Tire Size P235/40WR18
Rear Tire Order Code NA
Wheels Details
Front Wheel Material Alloy
Spare Wheel Material - TBD -
Rear Wheel Size (in) 18 x 8
Rear Wheel Material Alloy
Front Wheel Size (in) 18 x 8
Spare Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.5
Suspension Details
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) 4-link
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Rear Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Front Independent
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) - TBD -

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Compared to most other mid-size sedans, the 2008 Volkswagen Passat has a poise and sophistication that’s unrivalled by any of these other models, except for maybe the Accord and Malibu. The new Accord has an especially attractive interior design, while the new Malibu combines a good-looking instrument panel design and comfortable seats with one of the smoothest rides in this class. The Ford Fusion and Nissan Altima both forgo some ride comfort for sportiness; in the case of the Fusion, its interior is quite basic and road noise is higher than in most of the other models, but it’s especially fun to drive, with great steering. The Altima’s backseat is smaller than the others', and its ride a bit firmer, but it also feels quite sporty. Then there’s the Toyota Camry, the best-seller that in current form is still a mid-size benchmark, with a spacious interior, soft ride, and respectable performance. But it suffers from subpar interior materials and build quality that isn’t always perfect.

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