1997 Honda CRX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,771 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CRX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
