2006 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Multipla and 2006 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 68 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Multipla. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Multipla 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.
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2006 Fiat Multipla | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Multipla | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |