2002 Honda Saber vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Saber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Saber would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Honda Saber. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Saber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Honda Saber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Saber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Saber. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Saber.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Saber | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Saber | Passat |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2649 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |