2001 Honda City vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda City has manual transmission. 2001 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | City | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |