2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Odyssey | 2002 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Odyssey | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |