2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 2 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 424 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grande Punto | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1529 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
