2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2001 Honda Passport

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Passport.

Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Passport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Passport.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 2001 Honda Passport
Make Volkswagen Honda
Model Tiguan Passport
Year Released 2010 2001
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 3201 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 200 HP 190 HP
Torque 280 Nm 256 Nm
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4427 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1808 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1687 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2604 mm 2710 mm


 

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