2000 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |