2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP). 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. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1481 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |