1991 Auverland A3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Auverland A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Auverland A3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Auverland A3. (63 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Auverland A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 82 kg more than 1991 Auverland A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Auverland A3. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Auverland A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Auverland A3 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Auverland | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
