1999 Acura SLX vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura SLX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura SLX would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura SLX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | SLX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2710 mm |
