2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1995 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. 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 104 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 365 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Marcia. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Passat | 1995 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Passat | Marcia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |