2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada.
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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Strada | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
