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2008 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 4dr Man Turbo FWD Performance Specs

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Engine Details
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 200 @ 5100-6000
Displacement 2.0L/121
Engine Order Code NA
Fuel System SFI
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 207 @ 1800-5000
Engine Type Gas Turbocharged I4
Transmission Details
Clutch Size (in) - TBD -
Trans Description Cont. Manual w/OD
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code NA
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.93
Trans Description Cont. Again NA
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.10
First Gear Ratio (:1) 3.36
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.99
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 3.94/3.09
Trans Type 6
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.09
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.47
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.11
Brakes Details
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 13.5 x - TBD -
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) NA
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) NA
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.0 x - TBD -
Brake Type Pwr
Steering Details
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) - TBD -
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 35.8
Steering Type Electromechanical
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 16.4
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.0
Tires Details
Rear Tire Order Code NA
Rear Tire Size P215/55HR16
Front Tire Size P215/55HR16
Spare Tire Order Code NA
Spare Tire Size P215/55HR16
Front Tire Order Code NA
Wheels Details
Spare Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.5
Spare Wheel Material - TBD -
Rear Wheel Material Alloy
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.5
Front Wheel Material Alloy
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.5
Suspension Details
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Rear Independent
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) 4-link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) MacPherson Strut
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Front Independent
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (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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