2008 Fiat Linea vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Linea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Linea would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Linea. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 237 kg more than 2008 Fiat Linea. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Linea. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Linea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Linea | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Linea | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |