1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2000 Honda Passport
To start off, 2000 Honda Passport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2000 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. 2000 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1997 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1997 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Golf | 2000 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Golf | Passport |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
