2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 548 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 599 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ferrari |
Model | Passat | 599 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |