2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 964 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Routan | Fit |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2096 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 40 L |