2007 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 862 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 Honda NSX 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 2007 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |