Is Honda or Volkswagen better?

My aunt is deciding on a used car, and she's wondering if she should get an Acura TSX or a Volkswagen Passat. They're both 2012 models. The Volkswagen costs less, but the Acura is certified-pre-owned.
I've heard many people say that Volkswagens are built better than Hondas. However, I've also heard many people say that Volkswagens continually give issues, which I know Honda and Acura products don't give (my cousin has a 1998 CR-V with over 300,000 miles on it). So, would you buy the Passat or the TSX?

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