2003 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 417 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda HR-V | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |