1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 258 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Passat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
