1993 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 138 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Passat | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Passat | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
