1994 Honda CRX vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 540 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CRX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
