2002 Honda Saber vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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 2,649 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Saber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Saber (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Saber should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 42 kg more than 2002 Honda Saber.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Saber. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Saber. 2002 Honda Saber has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Saber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Saber | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Saber | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2649 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
