1998 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 259 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Polo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |