1999 Fiat Coupe vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 174 kg more than 1999 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Coupe | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
