2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream. 2011 Honda Stream has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Honda Stream | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Passat | Stream |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |