2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2000 Honda Passport
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2000 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2000 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2000 Honda Passport | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Touran | Passport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 256 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |