2001 Honda Model X vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Model X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Model X would be higher. At 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Honda Model X. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Model X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 117 kg more than 2001 Honda Model X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Model X. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Model X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Model X | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Model X | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
