2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
