2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Passat | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
