2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Odyssey. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Odyssey | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |