1996 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | T5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3410 mm |