2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1600 cc |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |