1996 Fiat Legram vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Legram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Legram would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (178 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Legram. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Legram.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Legram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Legram. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Legram. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Legram has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Legram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Legram | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legram | Passat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
