1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 418 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Passat | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1763 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |