2006 Honda Insight vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2002 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Insight | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |