2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 123 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | FR-V | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |