2001 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |