2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 169 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Passat | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |