2005 Honda Fit vs. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 1997 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fit | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
