1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2003 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dardo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
