What is the difference between the Passat 330 and 380?

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The difference between the Passat 330 and 380 mainly lies in the power and engine specifications. Although both models use the EA888 engine series, they feature different engine variants. The Passat 330 offers better value for money, while the Passat 380 delivers stronger performance. Below are details about the EA888 engine: 1. The EA888 is a large series with various engine models, such as CWN, DKU, DKW, etc. The 330TSI is equipped with the EA888 Gen3 B (commonly known as Gen3.5) engine, while the 380TSI uses the EA888 Gen3 engine. The Gen3.5 engine is superior to the Gen3, meaning the 2.0T low-power engine is better than the 2.0T high-power version. 2. The internal forging of the 2.0T low-power engine differs, resulting in variations in the strength of certain components, such as the crankshaft. The 330TSI features a 2.0T inline 4-cylinder turbocharged low-power engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, delivering a maximum power of 137KW and a maximum torque of 320N·m. The 380TSI comes with a 2.0T inline 4-cylinder turbocharged high-power engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, producing a maximum power of 162KW and a maximum torque of 350N·m.