1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 694 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Brava | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Brava | Passat |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |