2005 Honda Vamos vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, both 2005 Honda Vamos and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Honda Vamos.

Because 2005 Honda Vamos 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 2005 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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. 2005 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Vamos 2005 Volkswagen Passat
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Vamos Passat
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 149 HP
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1470 mm


 

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