2008 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 1 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 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 2008 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | NSX | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |