1996 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 182 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Marcia.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Marcia.
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1996 Hyundai Marcia | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Marcia | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2712 mm |