2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 168 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Mobilio | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Mobilio | Passat |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |