2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Passat and 2012 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 311 kg more than 2012 Fiat Idea. 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 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 2012 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
Model | Passat | Idea |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |