2002 Honda Passport vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2002 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5. 2002 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen T5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Passport | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Passport | T5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 256 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3410 mm |