2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,390 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 338 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 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Scirocco (200 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Scirocco | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Vamos | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 200 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1404 mm |