2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 398 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
Model | Passat | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 133 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |