1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 653 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Duna | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |