2009 Fiat Linea vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Fiat Linea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Fiat Linea.
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 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Linea. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Linea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Linea | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Linea | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
