2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12

To start off, both 2002 Honda Lagreat and 2002 Volkswagen W12 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 709 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.

Because 2002 Volkswagen W12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Volkswagen W12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Lagreat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (335 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Lagreat.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Lagreat 2002 Volkswagen W12
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Lagreat W12
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3469 cc 5982 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 202 HP 600 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 335 Nm
Top Speed 180 km/hour 349 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1251 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 3010 mm


 

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