2009 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 546 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
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2009 Honda Insight | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Insight | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |