2004 Fiat Ecobasis vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Ecobasis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Ecobasis would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ecobasis (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ecobasis should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 158 kg more than 2004 Fiat Ecobasis.
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, 2004 Fiat Ecobasis (162 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Ecobasis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ecobasis | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ecobasis | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1498 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
