2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1008 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.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marea Weekend | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2881 mm |
