2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 483 kg more than 2006 Kia Amanti.
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 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Passat | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
