2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marea Weekend | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
