2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 160 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
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2004 Honda CR-V | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 326 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |