1991 Lancia Dedra 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 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Dedra (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 193 kg more than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
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, 1991 Lancia Dedra (274 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lancia Dedra | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dedra | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
