2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 358 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Passat | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4771 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |