1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 256 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Coupe 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Coupe Tiguan
Year Released 1996 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 212 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 9.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1546 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L


 

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