2005 Honda Fit vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,552 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 600 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.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fit | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
