2001 Honda City vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 521 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City. 2013 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. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | City | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2803 mm |