2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,771 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vamos | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |
