2003 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (128 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 289 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Multivan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |