2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Passat | CR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1745 mm |