2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 118 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Passat | CR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |