2008 Fiat Linea vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Linea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Linea. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1122 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, 2008 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Linea | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Linea | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |